I dedicate myself to assisting individuals with obtaining their personal goals by improving their insight of self awareness. As your counselor I will be honest direct and empathetic by using positive reinforcement to help you keep moving forward. I thoroughly enjoy working one on one with clients by providing a safe, caring and confidential environment to explore your feelings, beliefs and behaviors.
I will help you work through challenging and influential memories from past to present. I will assist in goal setting and desired life changes. I am passionate about what I do and seeing my clients succeed.
infidelity (and/or sex problems, porn addictions, low sex drive, performance anxiety) can devastate people. Depression and anxiety are then also present. Even without these problems, a good healthy marital sex life relationship is important, though difficult at times. I can help. No shaming or judging. Compassionate but tough. Men, women, couples. Depression & Anxiety Specialist. Trauma Recovery, Porn Addiction, Performance Anxiety, Love Addiction. Other sexual issues? I am a doctoral psychologist & sex therapist in one. I work with many women as well as men, especially those that have never been in therapy before. I will guide you toward a path of hope and freedom. No psychobabble BS. Just real & upfront, but always loving. Have both my Master's & Doctoral degrees and 25+ years of experience. Author: "Finding Peace in Life's Storms."
I'm here to provide support, understanding, education, and professional guidance as we process your thoughts and emotions together, enhance your self-awareness, and use of your inner strengths so you are able to grow into the best version of yourself.
My approach to health recognizes the deep connection between the mind, body, and spirit. Often, when we try to make changes, we find it difficult to maintain balance: giving up alcohol might lead to overeating, leaving a toxic relationship might result in isolation, or earning more money might come at the cost of family time. This imbalance frequently occurs because we focus on just one part of the problem. In our first session, we will assess your mental, physical, and emotional well-being to identify and address the root cause, not just the symptoms, and find a strategy that best suits your individual needs.
I have a passion for helping clients reduce anxiety, stress, confusion, sadness, and pain - so that they can live more fulfilling, authentic, and happy lives. Many of my clients have stated that coming to therapy has helped to catapult them out of their stagnation - enabling them to reach their full potential. For clients who have had difficulty finding a therapist who can understand their complex and intersecting identities, I can be a breath of fresh air. I work with folks ages 15 and up.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
I believe I have 2 superpowers. One is listening and the other is being curious. These create a powerful amalgam for change when used with proven therapeutic tools. Change can be scary, but sometimes we take a step into the unknown in spite of our fear. I believe this is being brave. That is the step that can move you toward the change and understanding you want.
Hey there! I’m Mike Strand, an experienced psychologist with over 15 years of dedication to guiding individuals on their journey of self-improvement. My expertise lies in helping clients overcome emotional challenges to enhance personal growth and strengthen relationships. I recognize that seeking support can be difficult, which is why I will strive to make therapy as welcoming and approachable as possible. Our sessions are collaborative, tailored to your specific needs, facilitating deep and lasting transformation.
Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
I am a person of long term recovery from substance use disorder, I am the wife of a person in long term recovery and I have 2 adult children that are in recovery as well. When it comes to the power of addiction, there is no one that I can't relate too. I know from personal experience the devastation that addiction brings to a family but also know the power of what recovery can bring. It is not an easy path and often times residential treatment and/or intensive outpatient treatment is a starting point. My desire to help people break free from the cycle of addiction comes from knowing that we do recover!
I began to pursue being a therapist because it is a source of healing and understanding and I want to help nurture that in others. I believe in paying it forward. There is a need to provide affordable and accessible mental health care. Therapy is a tool by which people can grow in the understanding of themselves and the world around them. IT is important to provide ethical and reliable care to those who want and need it. I try to guide the patient through the therapeutic experience by providing REST (Respect, Equality, Safety, and Trust.) This is one of the basic principles that I believe creates a healthy relationship. Come join me a safe space.
My mission is to empower and educate. As a Board Certified Professional Counselor, I enjoy building relationships with my clients as I help them achieve their goals. Clients learn how to utilize their inner strength and develop new tools and confidence that moves them towards long term change.
My vision is to empower the LGBTQ+ community. I provide individual and couple counseling to those dealing with trauma, addiction and codependence. I especially enjoy working with couples. I serve the LGBTQ+ community, and I am proud to be part of that community as well. I am very passionate about helping my clients become authentically themselves in every way. I provide support for LGBTQ+ clients who are navigating negative experiences, sexuality/gender issues, trauma, relationship issues and spiritual/religious abuse. I take what I have learned through experience and education and assist my clients in the areas that create stress, anxiety and depression.
Is stress piling on at home and work? Are you tired of anxious thoughts stealing your confidence? Maybe depression is weighing you down and holding you back. Are your relationships a source of conflict and angst instead of joy? If you answered yes, then it's time to start living your best life. Many exciting opportunities and life transitions can lead to an increase in anxiety or stress about how to adapt to new circumstances. Sometimes people simply feel like they need some extra support from time to time. Counseling isn't just for those who are struggling with mental illness. “Talk therapy” or counseling provides a safe, non-judgmental place to talk about your relationships, circumstances and experiences, to explore and expand your options, and to develop better skills to manage various life challenges. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to create change - or learn how to best respond to change - in their lives and their relationships. Contact me today to schedule your free, no pressure, 15-minute phone consultation to talk about how we can work together to make life good!